Preventing Type 2 Diabetes
Making lifestyle changes now can help stop or reverse the disorder It was a few weeks before Christmas 2019, and I was nervous. I had just been to the doctor, who told me I was 50 pounds overweight for my height. I was not looking forward to getting my lab results. My fear: a diabetes […]
A Weighty Issue
Healthy behaviors can counter childhood obesity Ana Hernandez, 32, of Cicero, was worried about her son, Luis, who is now 9 years old. For years, his diet was heavy in junk food, he was gaining a lot of weight and he was always tired. Her pediatrician referred them to a pediatric weight management program. After just […]
Chicago Tech Start-up Spurs Weight Loss
At the start of every new year, Americans’ number one resolution is to lose weight. It’s a sensible commitment considering almost 70 percent of Americans are classified as overweight or obese, a condition related to many types of cancer and other chronic illnesses. Obesity’s annual medical cost in the United States is between $147 billion and […]
EatingWell: These cooking habits could be sabotaging your diet
By Hilary Meyer, EatingWell.com One sure way to keep your weight in check is to ditch the takeout menu and cook at home instead. In your own kitchen you can control the menu and hence the calories. But it’s not a flawless plan. When you cook at home–and especially if you’re comfortable doing so–you might […]
EatingWell: You can stick to your weight management goals
By EatingWell editors, EatingWell.com You’ve made the decision to take control of your weight, so congratulations! Now, take a few minutes to think about what you’ll gain from losing weight. Better health? More energy? A boost in self-confidence? Reminding yourself what you stand to gain by losing weight can be a powerful motivator. But first […]
